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H.R. 1963 · 100th Congress · 1987–1988

A bill to amend the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 to permit States to set aside in a special trust fund up to 10 per centum of the annual State funds from the Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Fund for expenditure in the future for purposes of abandoned mine reclamation, and for other purposes.

H.R. 1963 in the 100th Congress (1987–1988) became law — introduced on Apr 7, 1987, sponsored by Morris Udall.

During the 100th Congress (1987–1988), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Apr 7, 1987
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 100-34

Sponsor

Morris Udall (D-AZ)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedApr 7, 1987
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawMay 7, 1987

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